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Friday, October 21, 2016

Where Cotton is King!!

Yes... So many of you guessed the correct answer. The "What is it Wednesday" was cotton. I had picked up the stem at the Athens Georgia Farmers Market.

Interesting enough this corresponded to a visit to Waco Texas. I am a big fan of "Fixer Upper" on HGTV and been watching the progress of the Magnolia Farms Store and Silos. So while in Dallas with my husband, I took the opportunity to drive on down. Wow is this a super place. Plus it seems that they have many fans and the whole area was swamped. I was struck by the details and the obvious unbelievable level of personal energy Chip and Joanna Gaines have put into this project. All the employees were so friendly and helpful. Here are some photos:

I think the Gaines's style stirs a sense of calm, family and better times. When life was just a bit simpler and we all slowed down more to enjoy each other. It certainly appeals to me.

Oh yes....back to the cotton. It was everywhere in the decor.

So if you are anywhere near Waco Texas or not this is a great place to visit. I left feeling very relaxed and excited about the future for a once deserted downtown. Way to go Gaines!!

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I am a passionate gardener, animal lover,amature writer,want to be photgrapher,and long to be a chef. I love spending time with my family and friends, cooking, laughing and enjoying life!
By far my greatest joy is spending time in my garden, which is often times equal parts heartbreak and love but always entertaining!
I also love to travel and exploring any new area...especially Beaches and any and all gardens. I love to take pictures of flowers, gardens,and nature.
I hope you will enjoy reading about my journeys. I love sharing my passions!

Why I am writing this Blog....

My life has always been interwoven with people,plants and pets. My roots were firmly planted by my Mom and Dad in a pot of love and fertile soil. From this secure spot we were all nutured, and encouraged to explore and grow in any direction we desired, making for a family of six strong, interesting and very different adults.

My love of gardening, started at a very young age and became stronger with each passing year. Throughout the years, my life has taken many turns: up, down and even sideways, but the one constant has been my love for Nature. Sadness, happiness, joy, desperation, were all put to rest or enjoyed while my hands were in the earth. The Garden has given me focus, strenght, and a direction for defining my life.

I have always wanted to write and tell stories about the adventures gardening has "dug" me through,of course, the animals in my life,family,friends and foes all need to be woven in to this journey as well.

My desire is that all who read this blog and enjoy the pictures, recipes, advice, and banter will turn to Nature to experience life.

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